Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
biternata
ID:
1334729

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) B.G.Baldwin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taxon 65(5): 1074 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347183



Common Names

  • Hymenothrix biternata
  • Two-row Hymenothrix
  • Biternata Hymenothrix


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Description

Hymenothrix biternata (also called Hymenothrix biternatum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador. It grows in moist and shady habitats, such as grasslands, shrublands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenothrix biternata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenothrix biternata has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenothrix biternata can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Hymenothrix biternata

Hymenothrix biternata is native to Mexico. It can be found in tropical deciduous forests and cloud forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m.

Hymenothrix biternata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenothrix biternata?

Hymenothrix biternata

What is the common name of Hymenothrix biternata?

Biternata Hymenothrix

Where is Hymenothrix biternata found?

Hymenothrix biternata is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Bruce Gregg Baldwin (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Baldwin' in the authors string.